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L529 PWT

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,179 mi
Last recorded38,179 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL529 PWT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 38,179 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2013 36,579 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2012 33,411 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 33,271 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 31,675 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2009 30,117 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2008 27,177 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 25,975 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2005 19,692 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Nov 2005 19,595 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?

Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 403
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 383
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 318
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 302
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L529 PWT is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 27,084 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L529 PWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500S typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L529 PWT registered?

L529 PWT is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 August 1993.

Is L529 PWT safe to buy?

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